Executive Administrator

Executive Assistant

About DEWC

The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC) exists to support and empower women and children, living in extreme poverty in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, who are particularly vulnerable to violence, exploitation, injustice and injury. Through low barrier Drop-In Centers and Emergency Shelters, DEWC provides basic need services, programs, and specialized supports to over 1000 women and children daily to help them survive the conditions that surround them. See website (www.dewc.ca) for details on our mission and mandate as well as programs and services.

Job Summary

The Executive Administrator manages the efficient administration of the Downtown Eastside Women's Centre, including the office of the Executive Director and Board of Directors. The position facilitates the flow of information, prepares correspondence and reports, coordinates department events, and manages calendars, acting as administrative liaison with other DEWC dept. and contacts. She will oversee and support the Administrative Coordinator. This hands-on role is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day administrative matters relating to the Executive Director and Board of Directors. She will be an active member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the Executive Director and working closely with the Board of Directors.

About You

• 3+ years experience in an similar Administration role
• Demonstrated administrative skills, including report writing
• Efficient organizational skills including record keeping, scheduling, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong computer and IT skills including Office365, Salesforce, Word, Excel, and QuickBooks
• Must have a strong working knowledge and analysis of the issues impacting women in the downtown eastside, Candidate must work from strong feminist analysis and within an anti-oppression framework
• Excellent communication skills required, including the ability to work in a respectful and cooperative manner with co-workers, and centre members
• Ability to work within a chaotic environment and with a diverse community of women
• Hourly position that requires some work outside of normal business hours to undertake position responsibilities, meet deadlines, and ensure delivery of high-quality programs and services.

Benefits of Joining the DEWC Team

Healthcare: Extended health & dental coverage including vision, prescription medications, alternative therapies, EAP, life insurance and long-term disability.

Paid time off: 3 weeks paid vacation in the 1st year, 4 weeks after 1 year; 13 paid statutory holidays; 12 paid sick days annually. Access to time off to handle family or personal situations.

For your Retirement: Enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from DEWC.

Other perks: Compressed work schedule, employee loan program; Regular staff development days; DEWC employees are considered first for any open positions.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Permanent, full-time, 9 day fortnight schedule
• Excluded position: $31.69 - $34.97 per hour based on experience
• Application Closing Date: November 2nd 2026 / Start Date: ASAP

For full job description visit: https://dewc.ca/get-involved/careers/

Indigenous women and women of colour are strongly encouraged to apply

Additional languages spoken an asset.

**While we thank all applicants for their interests, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted**

shortlisted candidates will be contacted**